Maria asks…
Besides buying cheaply made halloween costumes, what are some ideas to make a Gangster Molly costume?
I am trying to get a costume together and have decided to be a Mobster Molly or Gangster Molly, a mob gal from (I believe) the 30's. So far, I have the pinstripe fedora hat (just by chance). But I don't know what else to do. I don't want to buy a costume since they are cheaply made and since I am plus size, they are very unflattering. Any ideas?
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As another person said, buy a women's pinstripe suit. It would work nicely if it was a pencil skirt instead of slacks, but either would work. Wear a tie loose around your neck. If you wear a skirt, make sure you wear pantyhose. For shoes, i would go with a classic pump. Don't go outrageously tall on the heel, maybe 3 inches max. Pull your hair into a tight, low bun so that you can wear your hat. For makeup, go very naturaly on your cheeks, maybe a little bit of blush or bronzer. Also go relatively natural on your eyes, i wouldn't do more than a subtle smoky eye. For your lips, find a shade of red lipstick that compliments your skin tone. Don't forget accessories, like a toy gun tucked into your pants or a fake cigarette. If you have a guy to go with, he could dress as a gangster and you could dress as a flapper from the 20's. Those dresses are really easy to make, just make a loose fitting sleeveless dress and attach fringe. Then make a sparkly headband with a feather, wear long peals, long gloves, and a cigarette holder. Fishnets or sheer pantyhose and simple high heel shoes.
Helen asks…
What is the appropriate dress attire for an interview?
I have an interview tomorrow with Jenny Craig. They said to dress professionally. I don't have a suit, but I do have grey pants and a nice black shirt. What is the best dress attire for an interview?
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Interview attire specifics for women Don't confuse club attire with business attire. If you would wear it to a club, you probably shouldn't wear it in a business environment. Suit: Wear a two-piece matched suit. Suit - pants / skirts: Tailored pants suits are appropriate for women. Pants suits can be an excellent choice for site visits, particularly if the visit involves getting in and out of vehicles and/or the site is (or includes) a manufacturing plant or industrial facility. If you wear pants, they should be creased and tailored, not tight or flowing. If you are pursuing a conservative industry and are in doubt, observe well dressed women in your industry on the job, at career fairs, at information sessions, etc. Skirt lengths: Much of what you see on television shows that masquerades for professional attire is actually inappropriate for a work environment. Your skirt should cover your thighs when you are seated. Showing a lot of thigh makes you look naive at best, foolish at worst. A skirt that ends at the knee when you're standing looks chic and professional. Longer skirts are professional too; just make sure they are narrow enough not to be billowing, but not so narrow that you can't climb stairs comfortably. Don't purchase a skirt or decide on a hem length until you sit in the skirt facing a mirror. That's what your interviewer will see. Ask yourself whether it will be distracting or reinforce your image as a person who looks appropriate for a business environment or gathering. High slits in skirts are not appropriate. A small back, center slit in a knee-length skirt is appropriate. On a calf length skirt, a slit to the knee to facilitate walking and stair climbing is appropriate. Color / fabric: Navy, dark gray, brown and black are safe. Other color trends may come and go; avoid the extremes. Women generally have more options with suit color than men. For example, while a women could look conservative in a slate blue or light gray suit, these colors would be inappropriate for men. Choose a solid or very subtle weave pattern or plaid (the kind that look solid across a room). Wool, wool blends, and high quality blends and synthetics are apprpriate for women's suiting. Shirt / sweaters: Underneath the suit jacket, wear a tailored blouse in a color or small print that coordinates nicely with your suit. A fine gauge, good quality knit shell is also appropriate underneath your suit jacket. Don't show cleavage. Jewelry / accessories: Wear a conservative watch. Jewelry and scarf styles come and go. Keep your choices simple and leaning toward conservative. Avoid extremes of style and color. If your industry is creative, you may have more flexibility than someone pursuing a conservative industry. Cosmetics: Keep makeup conservative. A little is usually better than none for a polished look. Nails should be clean and well groomed. Avoid extremes of nail length and polish color, especially in conservative industries. Shoes: Should be leather or fabric / micro fiber. Shoe styles and heel heights come and go. Choose closed-toe pumps. Regardless of what is in style, avoid extremes; no stilettos or chunky platforms. Make certain you can walk comfortably in your shoes; hobbling in uncomfortable shoes does not convey a professional appearance. Hosiery: Should be plainly styled (no patterns), sheer (not opaque), and in neutral colors complementing your suit. Avoid high contrast between your suit and hosiery color. Purse / bag: If you carry a purse, keep it small and simple, especially if you also carry a briefcase. Purse color should coordinate with your shoes. You may choose to carry a small briefcase or business-like tote bag in place of a purse. Leather is the best choice for briefcases; micro fiber or fine wovens are also acceptable. Grooming tips for everyone Hair: Should be clean and neat. Shoes: Should be in polished condition. Make sure heels are not worn. Details: No missing buttons, no lint; and don't forget to remove external tags and tacking stitches from new clothes. Hands: Clean fingernails. Fit: Clothes should be clean, neatly pressed, and fit properly. Smell: Perfume or cologne should be used sparingly or not at all. No odors in clothes. Don't smell like smoke. Pad folios: Preferred over a bulky briefcase. A small briefcase is also appropriate. But if you have no reason to carry a briefcase, don't; you risk looking silly. Book bags: Leave it at home for an on-site interview. For an on-campus interview, you can leave it in the waiting area.
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